The Murray/Smiley Senate race may be Washington's priciest ever
As the long-serving Democrat and her GOP challenger spar, their close race has turned into a barrage of sharp, and expensive, ads.
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Massive Idaho tax cut, education bill heads to House
BOISE, Idaho (AP) — A massive tax cut and education spending bill made possible by the state’s projected $2 billion budget surplus is moving at lightning speed through the Legislature and headed to the full House on Thursday. The House…
Save more, spend less, pay down debt: Tackling top financial resolutions in 2022
Like any goal you set for the new year, it doesn’t happen overnight and you need to be practical about it.
Clock ticking as lawmakers move to avoid government shutdown
Lawmakers are largely in a state of suspense as negotiators prepare for a very big week on the spending talks to avoid a potential government shutdown.
Why Apple and other blue-chip companies are starting to spend their cash
Corporate America has been giving more and more cash back to investors through dividends and stock buybacks. Companies are also using some of their excess cash on mergers.
'The Budget Mom' shares tips for staying debt-free over the holidays
Great deals, the search for the perfect gift, pressure to cook a fantastic dinner and buy new decorations for the house – it can all be overwhelming during what is supposed to be the most wonderful time of year.
Judge: No defense spending on border wall while on appeal
A federal judge in California has denied the Trump administration's request to continue work on border wall projects in New Mexico and Arizona using Defense Department funds while an appeal is pending.
#happylife: What financial experts say you should do with your tax return
If you are waiting to receive your tax refund, you are probably already thinking of all the ways you'd like to spend it. Financial experts warn though, better to avoid big splurges and save the money for a rainy day.
NATO: Only 7 members are meeting defense spending targets
Despite many European countries boosting their defense budgets, only seven of the 29 NATO allies are currently reaching the recommended spending target of 2 percent of gross domestic product, according to NATO's annual report, which was published Thursday.
Hill negotiators reach deal to keep government funded through Dec. 7
House and Senate negotiators reached bipartisan agreement on a package of spending bills, as well as a continuing resolution to fund the remainder of the government through December 7 and forestall a potential government shutdown battle, aides in both chambers told CNN on Thursday.
House approves package that would cut $1 billion in spending
The House narrowly approved a rescissions package from the White House that aims to cancel billions in unspent funds from the prior fiscal year, much of which would not have been spent otherwise.
Why Trump and Congress are talking about scrapping lawmakers' August break
Senate Republican leaders are facing mounting pressure from President Donald Trump and a vocal group of rank-and-file senators to pass a series of spending bills ahead of their summer break and avoid a year-end messy fight to keep the government open, like the ones that have plagued Congress in the past.
You're a saver, but you married a spender
You are a proud penny pincher. Your partner, on the other hand, is more of a spender. So, how can you make it work?
Avoid Mother's Day scams
According to the Better Business Bureau, Mother's Day shopping is expected to reach a near-record high this year as consumers are predicted to spend $23.1 billion on gifts. The BBB is warning consumers to beware of scams centered around this spending influx.
Athletics accounts for half decrease in reserves
Newly released financial figures show WSU Athletics accounts for roughly half the drop in university savings, which administrators have used to justify system-wide spending cuts of 2.5 percent.
Rand Paul is live-tweeting the omnibus spending bill
Sen. Rand Paul doesn't like Congress' omnibus spending bill, and he wants you to know it.
White House: Spending bill won't be ready for another day
White House Legislative Affairs Director Marc Short tells CNN there are "too many obstacles to tackle" to be able to finalize and file a giant omnibus government spending bill Tuesday night.
Interior Dept. explains $139K doors for secretary's office
The doors to Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke's office are getting a nearly $139,000 upgrade.
White House furious stories about HUD, Secretary Ben Carson
Senior White House aides are furious about a series of negative stories about frivolous spending at the Department of Housing and Urban Development and have taken a more hands-on role in trying to stem the tide of negative news, sources with knowledge of the situation tell CNN.
Here's what's in the budget deal
Senate leaders unveiled a two-year budget deal Wednesday, which would boost military and non-defense spending by $300 billion over the next two years, as well as more than $80 billion in disaster relief.
EPA inspector general to investigate spending on Pruitt's security
The Environmental Protection Agency inspector general will look into agency spending in connection with EPA enforcement agents being used on Administrator Scott Pruitt's security detail, according to a letter sent to Rep. Peter DeFazio, the top Democrat on the House Transportation Committee.
Canada pledges big boost to defense spending amid criticism
Canada has pledged to increase defense spending by over 70% in a move praised by senior US and NATO officials.
